Overview
Maintenance Supervisor wanted to lead our team as part of a social housing contract in Lewes and the surrounding areas. Location: Eastbourne. This is a dynamic, office-based leadership role overseeing the delivery of void maintenance projects within unoccupied properties. It is a full-time permanent position with a salary up to £38,325 per annum, plus a company van and fuel card. Hours: 42.5 per week (8:00–17:00 Monday to Friday).
We’re seeking a skilled and experienced professional to step into a leadership role with a strong pipeline of work and a growing presence in the area. You’ll ensure homes are safe, compliant, and ready for residents, making a real impact in the community.
Responsibilities
* Supervise day-to-day delivery of planned and reactive maintenance works across unoccupied properties
* Ensure all works are completed safely, efficiently, and to required quality standards
* Monitor progress of works, resolve issues, and ensure client satisfaction
* Allocate resources and operatives to meet service targets and contractual obligations
* Manage work schedules and priorities to minimise disruption to neighbouring residents
* Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations, COSHH, and company procedures
* Lead and support a team of operatives, providing guidance, coaching, and performance management
* Identify training needs and coordinate development opportunities for team members
* Enforce HR policies including attendance, conduct, and grievance procedures
* Monitor and maintain company assets including vehicles, tools, PPE, and van stock
* Oversee material usage and procurement to ensure cost-effective operations
* Use system reports to track performance, resource deployment, and asset condition
* Act as a key point of contact for the client’s team, ensuring professional communication and issue resolution
* Liaise with client representatives, subcontractors, and suppliers to coordinate service delivery
* Support contract mobilisation, compliance audits, and service improvement initiatives
* Assist with budget control, forecasting, and identifying operational efficiencies
* Provide cover for other supervisors during absence or peak periods
* Attend toolbox talks, training sessions, and formal company meetings
* Ensure all activities reflect company values and maintain a professional image at all times
Role Criteria (Qualifications)
* Previous experience in a Maintenance Supervisor or similar supervisory role within housing or property maintenance
* Proven track record of managing, monitoring, recording, and reporting Health & Safety and compliance activities
* Experience delivering planned and reactive maintenance in occupied properties
* City & Guilds or equivalent in a relevant trade discipline
* Full, valid UK driving licence
* Strong understanding of Health & Safety regulations, including COSHH
* Working knowledge of Schedule of Rates
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Effective people management with the ability to lead, mentor, and develop teams
* Strong customer focus and commitment to service excellence
* Problem-solving mindset with a results-driven approach
* Strong planning and organisational abilities
* Decisive decision-making under pressure
* Ability to negotiate and influence across teams and stakeholders
* IT literate with confident oral and written communication skills
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Annual Mears Fun Day – a company-wide thank you event
* Volunteering Leave – paid volunteering in the community
* Staff perks with Mears Rewards – discounts, savings schemes, and more
* Family-friendly policies
* Company van, fuel card, and uniform
All roles require entitlement to work in the UK. Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.
To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be over 21, have held your licence for more than 3 months, and have fewer than 9 points.
Candidates should be aware that all roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.
How to apply: please apply below or contact Francesca Swan at francesca.swan@mearsgroup.co.uk for discussions about your application.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We are a Disability Confident employer, support the Armed Forces Covenant, and hold related recognitions to promote equality and opportunity for all.
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